Does House Hacking in Seattle, WA even WORK? Okay guys. So today, I want to talk a little bit more about house hacking in the Seattle market. I actually get a lot of interest on my website from people who are looking for investments and a smart way to enter the Seattle market. I’ve done … Continued
I have a client who's from Microsoft who is young and ambitious. He doesn't want his first house to be just an expensive place to live, he wants it to be an investment. So he came to me with a plan for developing an ADU. One of the strategies he had in mind to launch his investing journey was developing a single family home into a property with an accessory dwelling unit - like a separate apartment in the basement.
You’ve got a handful of precious weekends before you officially put your house on the market. Performing some DIY projects on your home can certainly increase its value, but these projects are not all created equal. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and apply a little elbow grease, you can take your productivity to the max and boost your asking price by knocking out a few simple projects that increase home value.
If you’ve been wondering about the Pros and Cons of Living in Edmonds, WA, we are here to set you straight. Edmonds, WA is a wonderful waterfront community north of Seattle, WA and on the Puget Sound (West Coast, open to sea water). There are many beautiful places to live near the city of Seattle, … Continued
Veterans, as they should, have certain advantages when it comes to buying and selling real estate, especially on the financing end. But they also often face a lot more red tape than non-veterans. If you’re a veteran looking to buy or sell, we’d like to provide a little help. Check out this Veteran’s Guide to … Continued
Before selling their homes in Shoreline, Washington, many local home owners wonder, "Should I sell my Shoreline, WA Home As-Is or Do Renovations?" If you have a home in Shoreline, WA that you've lived in for years, you may find that its beginning to show it's age. It probably never bothered you while you lived there and the house was full of your precious belongings, but if you're thinking about clearing this out, downsizing, and moving on, you may be starting to wonder if you should just sell it as-is, or go through the time, energy and effort of preparing your home to sell for top dollar?
You’ve put the house up for sale and the offers start coming in. How do you go about picking the best one to make sure you don’t let a good deal slip right through your fingers? It's not an uncommon occurrence these days. Home sales are strong, and they're still isn't enough inventory to meet demand. In fact, a fairly recent Coldwell Banker survey found that nearly half of home deals involved multiple offers. But deciding on the right offer is more complex than saying yes to the highest bidder. You have to hedge against various risks, like a buyer backed by shaky financing, or unfavorable fine print in the contract. In the event that you generate multiple offers (a seller’s dream!), there’s a whole strategy that goes into reviewing the bids and using that upper hand to lock in your desired price and terms. The trick then is to choose the right bid for your house in Shoreline.
Real estate agents play a huge role in one of the most important financial decisions of our lives. When it comes to buying, selling, leasing, or renting, they’re the ones who shepherd us through a process that can only be described as overwhelming. In real estate, as in any other industry or professional arena, you have the mediocre masses and the few star performers, the cream of the crop. And usually the best people aren’t the best because they were born with special abilities or talents. No, they are successful because they work harder, strive to be the best, and go the extra mile. But it’s also because they have discovered certain “secrets’ – highly effective actions and strategies – that the rest don’t know about. So let’s take a look at the 5 selling secrets from Shoreline’s top real estate agents.
When you buy a home, the seller you’re buying from will probably expect you to negotiate the asking price. In fact, most sellers price their home a bit higher than market value to compensate for negotiations. Negotiating can be intimidating, but knowing what to expect can make the process a little less scary. Selling your home is a huge financial transaction, one that may impact your life for years to come. So, naturally, you want to sell for the highest price possible. With the current strong seller's market, buyers are being cautioned to make conservative offers. Consider this from Credit.com: "Before you jump in with an offer . . . above the asking price, it's good to take a moment to consider if the house is also a wise investment." Although it's a seller's market, you'll still have to negotiate. Here, then, are some negotiation tips for getting the best price for your Seattle house.
Whether you want to move out of your parents’ home for the first time, own a home after renting for years or buy a place with a spouse or partner, purchasing your first property is a big step. It takes a lot of preparation when you’re in this stage of your life, and a little luck never hurts. It’s not difficult to get bogged down in all of the details and turn your first home shopping experience into more of a stressful nightmare. In order to make finding the right home for you as simple as possible, here are 5 things you should know before buying your first home in Seattle:
